duplication

[ doo-pli-key-shuhn, dyoo- ]

noun

1. an act or instance of duplicating.
2. the state of being duplicated.
3. a duplicate.
4. Genetics. a type of chromosomal aberration in which a region of the chromosome is repeated.

duplication

/ ˌdjuːplɪˈkeɪʃən /

noun

1. the act of duplicating or the state of being duplicated
2. a copy; duplicate
3. genetics a mutation in which there are two or more copies of a gene or of a segment of a chromosome

Other Words From

• nondu·pli·cation noun
• predu·pli·cation noun
• self-dupli·cation noun
• super·dupli·cation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of duplication¹

1490–1500; (< Anglo-French ) < Latin duplicātiōn- (stem of duplicātiō ), equivalent to duplicāt ( us ) ( duplicate ) + -iōn- -ion

Example Sentences

"It quickly became apparent that there was a real potential for duplication for forces as victims were reporting multiple offenders across different geographical areas."

From BBC

"As part of this process, we are redefining roles and accountabilities to remove duplication and simplify structures," he said.

From BBC

Under the order, Shkreli must surrender any copies of the album to his attorneys by Friday and disclose all duplications, who he gave them to, and if he earned any money from their sale.

From Los Angeles Times

“This collaboration means we work together to avoid duplication, ensure critical sites have been prioritized for monitoring and provide reliable, impartial, and foundational data to address water issues facing California.”

From Los Angeles Times

At the moment, the RSC claims research into different chemicals can take place across more than five government agencies, leading to “fragmentation, duplication of efforts and a lack of clarity”, according to Prof Reid.

From BBC

Related Words

• clone
• impersonation
• impression
• mimicry
• parody
• reflection
• replica
• reproduction